Ingredients
2 cups cornmeal1 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 egg2/3 cup water1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup butter, melted1 cup grated onion2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1 small green pepper, choppedOil for deep-fat frying
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk the egg, water, buttermilk and butter. Stir in the onion, jalapenos and green pepper. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by teaspoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
